Tour of The Real Hidden Venice
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
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Discover the real Secret Venice on a special walking tour with a native Venetian guide!
The experience to live the uniqueness of the most authentic local districts.
From Cannaregio, admiring its small canals and millenary legends, the tour will take you back in 1400s, learning the stories of the Venetian Republic, full of secrets and mysteries.
During this exciting walk you will breathe a 100% local atmosphere, out of the beaten tracks, to admire the real life of Venice with its locals and crafts.
The experience will arrive up to Rialto bridge where your guide will show the old trade center from completely a different perspective!
Histories, Legends and Secrets.. from the Venetian eyes!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
On certain dates, most travelers staying outside of Venice who are planning to visit for the day will be required to pay a €5 access fee. For further details (including exemptions) and to learn what days this fee is applicable, please visit: https://cda.ve.it
For the Group tour: Make sure to check out the meeting point in advance. In front of Hotel Antiche Figure. Venezia Santa Lucia Train Station Area. If something is not clear let us know immediately during the booking procedure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ponte degli Scalzi
Admire the city from the bridge.
Learn the funny story of this "campo"
What‘s Included
Local guide
2 hours walking tour
Local taxes
Pickup in front of Hotel Antiche Figure (read carefully the booking info)
1 City Map per person
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
English - Group Tour
Language: English
Private Tour
Private Guide: Get to know the real Venice with your private Venetian guide!
Private Tour + Murano Glass
Hidden Venice + Murano Glass : The private experience includes the Hidden Venice walking tour + the exclusive Murano Glass factory visit.
Duration: 3 hours: 2 hours Hidden Venice walking tour + 1 hour Murano Glass Factory visit (possible to extend your time at the Glass factory)
Water Taxi: Transportation from Venice to Murano and return by Water Taxi
Reviews
2,071 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful tour led by...
Lindsey A,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour led by Sebastiano! He shared a lot about the history of Venice and took us off the beaten path. I would recommend this tour if you are wanting to see beyond the main tourist attractions.
Excellent!
Irene E,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tomas, our guide, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and kind. The Jewish Ghetto was poignant and quiet. So beautiful! The walking tour was great!
This walking tour is a...
Mark M,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This walking tour is a great way to see a more quiet part of Venice. It gives to a more complete perspective of the city. Thomas was a terrific guide.
Strolling in Venice
Ilene B,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a brief history of a few of the neighborhoods. Our tour guide was lovely, and funny . Georgia, was a wonderful guide, knowledgeable and attentive.
Spectacular tour
Crystal O,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thomas is a local that did a great job and sharing all the forgotten aspects of Venice. Would highly recommend this tour.
Excellent tour
M5572WSemmaw,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michaela gave us a brilliant tour around Cannaregio. She was engaging, very knowledgeable.
Guided tour of Castelo
Soly A,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Lorenzo took us to discover the beautiful sector of Castelo. He is a very friendly person and knowledgeable about history, a wonderful experience. Thanks Lorenzo!
Not recommended
Ricardo G,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We contact the day before to replace by another tour, because time limitations, with out any response, suppose they were happy charging for something we could not take
Great experience!
Rachel S,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tomas made our experience so great! He was super friendly and knowledgeable. We enjoyed all of the information he shared and he was very nice to the kids. Highly recommend this tour. It was very interesting to see another side of Venice. Thanks so much we had a great time!
Calm quiet experience
Angela B,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a nice quiet calm tour. Loved walking away from the crowds. Group was nice size as well 9 people.
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